Hero Moto Corp, Worlds largest 2 wheeler producer has launched 2 new premium scooters for India and their World markets. The updated versions of the ‘Maestro Edge’ and the ‘Pleasure+ 110’ were launched yesterday in New Delhi.
MAESTRO EDGE 125 (Fuel Injected & Carb)
Following its successful foray in the 125cc scooter segment with Destini 125, Hero MotoCorp launched India’s first scooter with Fuel Injection (FI) technology – the Maestro Edge 125. The FI variant of the scooter is priced at Rs 62,700/-* while the i3S (Carb) variants are priced at Rs. 58,500/-* (Drum) and Rs. 60,000/-* (Disc). Its engine produces a power output of 9.1 bhp @7000 rpm and maximum torque of 10.2Nm @5000 rpm delivering the best-in-class Power to Weight ratio. The i3S (Carb) variant that comes with a 125cc Energy Boost Engine, produces power output of 8.7 bhp @6750 rpm and maximum torque of 10.2 Nm @5000 rpm – while featuring Hero’s intuitive i3S (Idle-stop-start system) for higher efficiency. the scooter comes with a host of exciting features like the external fuel filling, mobile charging port, boot lamp, remote key opening, side stand indicator, service due reminder and digital-analog meter.
The Maestro Edge 125 FI comes in two color combinations — Pearl White with Brown inner panel & Astro Gold front forks and Panther Black with a sporty Red inner panel. Maestro Edge 125 i3S (Carb) variant is available in an all Matt color palette – Matt Blue, Matt Red, Matt Brown and Matt Vernier Grey.
PLEASURE+ 110
Hero MotoCorp’s popular Pleasure brand – which already enjoys a strong customer connect – made a powerful and stylish entry into the 110cc segment as the Pleasure+ 110. The scooter is attractively priced at Rs. 47,300/- Ex showroom Delhi.
Targeted at young students and professionals, the new Pleasure+ 110 packs a powerful punch with its retro design and performance. The scooter comes with a new 110cc engine that produces a power output of 8 bhp @ 7500 rpm, a torque of 8.7 Nm @ 5500 rpm which combined with a light weight of 101 Kgs makes it fun to ride. The Pleasure+ 110 carries the right balance of modern and vintage appeal with design elements like new retro front, sleek rear tail lamp and a dual texture seat
The scooter offers features like a USB charger located accessibly close to the front pocket, LED boot lamp, Integrated Braking System and a new backlit Speedometer with Fuel and Side Stand Indicator.
The Pleasure+ 110 is available in two variants – Sheet Metal Wheel (color options – Glossy Black, Glossy Blue, Glossy White and Glossy Red) and Cast Wheel (color options – Matt Red, Matt Green and Matt Vernier Grey).
Commenting on the launch, Dr. Markus Braunsperger, Chief Technology Officer, Hero MotoCorp Ltd., said, “With the introduction of three strong products – Maestro Edge 125, Destini 125 and Pleasure+ 110 – within just a few months, we have laid out a strong roadmap to accelerate our growth in the scooter segment. The introduction of India’s first scooter with the FI technology – the Maestro Edge 125 – demonstrates the capabilities of our R&D ecosystem.”